How to Make a Paper Carbon Copy

The carbon copy method is one of the simplest forms of document duplication. Historically it has been used to create copies of receipts, checks, contracts and other business forms. It allows document creation and duplication to occur simultaneously.

Things You'll Need

• Carbon Paper
• Blank Paper
• Writing Utensil

Instructions

Make a Carbon Copy

1. Acquire carbon paper. If you don't have any on hand, it can be purchased at your local office supply store.

2. Acquire a blank sheet of paper and lay it on a hard, even surface. Place your carbon paper directly on top of your blank sheet. Make sure that the inked side of the carbon paper is down (facing the blank sheet) and the non-inked side is facing up. The non-inked side is usually white or yellow, whereas the inked side is usually blue or black.

3. Use a writing utensil (pen or pencil) and write firmly on the carbon paper. When you finish writing remove the carbon paper layer from your blank sheet. Your blank sheet should now contain a copy of the message that was inscribed on the carbon sheet.

References

• The History of Carbon Paper